Please note there are specific application instructions required to be considered for this role At Manulife, we believe in investing in the future – starting with you. Our Actuarial Co-op Program is your launchpad to success, offering the support, structure, and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark. As an Actuarial Co-op student, you’ll gain valuable exposure to key actuarial disciplines including pricing, valuation, modeling, risk management, asset liability management and experience analytics. You will have the chance to develop crucial technical and business skills while collaborating with industry-leading actuaries and professionals in a supportive learning environment. Our co-op program offers more than just experience; you'll join a vibrant community, participate in engaging events, receive competitive compensation with exam study support, benefit from personalized mentorship, and access into Canada’s largest actuarial network. Position Responsibilities: Work alongside actuarial professionals, gaining insights into industry standards and practices while picking up professional effectiveness habits. Build a professional network in one of the largest actuarial employers in North America. Attend presentations from guest speakers on a variety of topics (such as AXIS modelling, actuarial functions, and exam study tips). Develop technical and soft skills by participating in presentations. Required Qualifications: Working towards a University degree in Actuarial Science, Math, Statistics, or a related discipline. Possessing relevant actuarial experience and demonstrating a strong commitment towards FSA/FCIA designations (e.g. passing at least one SOA exam) are considered assets. Preferred Qualifications: A working knowledge of Excel is required; experience with AXIS or other actuarial software is an asset. Excellent communication skills with ability to effectively present issues, options, and recommendations to both actuarial and non-actuarial audiences. Solution-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Self-starter and team player with a high level of initiative and strong work ethic. Demonstrated leadership qualities in prior roles and/or extracurricular activities. When you join our team: We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. As part of our co-op program, you will gain early access to Manulife’s premier early talent program, Graduate Recruitment Opportunities (GRO), tailored to graduating students! This program is designed to launch your career with the support, structure, and opportunities you need to thrive. Application Instructions: Please submit your resume, academic transcript, and work term evaluation in one PDF file. In your resume, please indicate your location preference and the co-op term(s) you are available to work (Jan-Apr/May-Aug/Sep-Dec). About Manulife and John Hancock Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html. Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com. Working Arrangement Hybrid We're Manulife. And we’re on a mission to make decisions easier and lives better. Better is what drives us. It’s what inspires us to find new ways to support customers and colleagues in living longer and healthier lives. It’s the reason we’re dedicated to investing in digital innovation and accelerating a sustainable and economically inclusive future. Joining us means you’ll be empowered to learn and grow your career. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. And as part of our global team, you’ll help shape the future you want to see – and discover that better can take you anywhere you want to go. We’re proud of our accomplishments and recognitions. Recent awards include: 2024 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner Manulife Named one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2023 Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2023 We’ve been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2024) Manulife included in Bloomberg’s 2023 Gender-Equality Index To receive our latest job opportunities directly to your inbox, create an account or sign in and navigate to the ‘Job Alerts’ section located in the top right corner of the page. From there, you can sign up to receive job alerts. Our ambition is to be the most digital, customer-centric global company in our industry. Learn more at https://www.manulife.com/.
